Building Materials What to Select? Wood vs. Engineered Lumber For years, builders have used traditional lumber to build homes, but ever since engineered wood products came into the picture, builders have been left wondering, Which one do I use for my projects?
Products Building Products Put to the Test When builders choose products, it should be based on more than price
Showers + Tubs 2019 Builders' Show Product Preview Professional Builder's annual sneak peek at IBS products
Products IBS Products: Construction + Building Materials | Simpson Strong-Tie Designed for use with Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screws for rafter/truss connections, the Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Stik allows contractors to...
Surfaces Quartz Surface Color The colorful Candy (shown) is designed to be reminiscent of an Impressionist-style artwork
Sponsored Insulation Demystifying Spray Foam Is spray foam’s reputation earned? BASF’s Chris Rosemond separates fact from fiction when it comes to the insulating material
Products Prices Down in December for Residential Construction Materials The cost of materials inputs to residential construction decreased in December 2018, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor...
Products Housing's Device Wars Americans are increasingly smartening up their homes for added convenience, style, and future resale value, and manufacturers are racing to...
Products Shades of the Fyrtur: IKEA's Smart Blinds Fyrtur affordable, motorized smart blinds will be available in all IKEA stores by April 1, 2019. Made of sun-blocking fabric, the smart...
Products New Product Fits Women in Construction's Needs A new product offers help and safety to women in the construction industry